“There is something in a treasure that fastens upon a man’s mind. He will pray and blaspheme, and will curse the day he ever heard of it, and will let his last hour come upon him unawares, still believing that he missed it only by a foot. He will see it every time he closes his eyes. He will never forget it till he is dead—and even then Doctor did you ever hear of the miserable gringos on Azuera, that cannot die.”
Quote by Joseph Conrad
Work
Nostromo: A Tale of the Seaboard
Joseph Conrad's 'Nostromo' is a classic work of literature that delves into the political and social turmoil of a fictional South American seaport during the 19th century. The story revolves around the character Nostromo, a man of mysterious origins, and his involvement in a revolution. The novel is renowned for its complex narrative structure and rich, evocative prose. more
Author
Joseph Conrad
Joseph Conrad, born on December 3, 1857 in Poland and died on August 3, 1924 in the United Kingdom, was a renowned British author of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He is known for his profound descriptions of maritime life and his insightful explorations of human nature. more
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